2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 630 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, 2006 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. 2006 Renault Megane 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. 2006 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Berlingo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
