2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 830 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.
Because 2001 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (307 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. 2001 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Berlingo | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
