1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 418 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
| Model | Charade | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
