1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1995 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Parati.
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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1995 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlingo | Parati |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |