2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 16 kg more than 2000 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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Berlingo | Polo |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |