1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
