1997 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 293 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Alhambra | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Alhambra | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
