1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 460 (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Volvo 460.
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 Volvo 460 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Berlingo | 460 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |