1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 8 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2007 Dodge Caravan (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. 2007 Dodge Caravan 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. 2007 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Berlingo | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
