1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. 1993 Toyota Corolla 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. 1993 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Berlingo | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
