1998 Citroen ZX vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen ZX (74 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 246 kg more than 1998 Citroen ZX.
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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen ZX | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | ZX | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1970 mm |
