1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 244 kg more than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Nissan | Citroen |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |