1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila is newer by 13 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, 1998 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Agila weights approximately 60 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, 2011 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Berlingo | 2011 Opel Agila | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Berlingo | Agila |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |