2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 390 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 Toyota Verossa 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 2001 Toyota Verossa. 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | Verossa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
