1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 800 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Berlingo | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2970 mm |
