1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 1998 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Sport Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Sport Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Sport Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
Because 1995 Renault Sport Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Renault Sport Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Sport Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Berlingo | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Berlingo | Sport Spider |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 144 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |