1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 8 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 264 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (180 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Berlingo | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
