1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP) has 468 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 925 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Berlingo | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Berlingo | Panamera |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 542 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2920 mm |