1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1998 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport and 1998 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 680 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1998 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Trans Sport | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |