1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 543 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, 2010 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Berlingo | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Berlingo | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3100 mm |