1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 14 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 2011 Lada Niva 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, 2011 Lada Niva 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, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Berlingo | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Berlingo | Niva |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |