2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Citroen C2
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 5 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. 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, 2005 Citroen C2 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Berlingo | C2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
