1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot 607 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Berlingo | 607 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
