1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, both 1998 Citroen Berlingo and 1998 TVR Griffith were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Griffith (225 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 TVR Griffith.
Because 1998 TVR Griffith 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 1998 TVR Griffith. 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, 1998 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Berlingo | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Citroen | TVR |
Model | Berlingo | Griffith |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |