1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 226 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 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Berlingo | Xterra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |