1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 15 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 790 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Berlingo | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Berlingo | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | TBD |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5106 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2955 mm |