1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 10 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. Both 1999 Citroen Berlingo and 2009 Peugeot 307 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 307 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 218 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 2009 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 307. 2009 Peugeot 307 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. 2009 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Berlingo | 307 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
