1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Berlingo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
