1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 11 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 298 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 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5. 2010 Mazda 5 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. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Berlingo | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2751 mm |
