1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2000 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 520 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2000 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Berlingo | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
