1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Berlingo and 1999 Plymouth Prowler were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 35 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 1999 Plymouth Prowler 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 1999 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. 1999 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | Berlingo | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
