2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 542 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Because 1999 Lotus Elise 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 1999 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1999 Lotus Elise (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Berlingo | Elise |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |