2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Caterham | Citroen |
Model | 7 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |