1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 82 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.

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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Citroen Berlingo 2011 Volkswagen Polo
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model Berlingo Polo
Year Released 1997 2011
Body Type Panel Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 1200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 1550 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1088 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1682 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1462 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2470 mm


 

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