1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 10 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 706 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 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3090 mm |
