1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 292 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (201 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Xsara | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |