1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 9 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 94 kg more 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Berlingo | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
