1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 12 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2009 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Berlingo | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3100 mm |
