1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 65 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.
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, 1996 Rover 200 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | Berlingo | 200 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |