2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1998 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP) has 268 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1998 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Alpina | Citroen |
Model | B 10 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 491 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |