1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1140 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.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Berlingo | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlingo | Touareg |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |