1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (120 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise 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 2005 Lotus Elise. 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Berlingo | Elise |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |