1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | Berlingo | ForFour |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
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 Length | 4110 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |