1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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. Both 1998 Citroen Berlingo and 2004 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,398 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (96 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 120 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Berlingo | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |