2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2002 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. 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, 2002 Citroen Berlingo (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2002 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C1 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
