1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2005 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 6 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 514 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
