1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (137 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 280 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.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Berlingo | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Berlingo | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |