1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2010 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 13 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1351 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 2010 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. 2010 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Citroen Berlingo 2010 Nissan Armada
Make Citroen Nissan
Model Berlingo Armada
Year Released 1997 2010
Body Type Panel Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 90 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 521 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 2521 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 5276 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2014 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 3129 mm


 

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