2000 Opel Tigra vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 449 kg more than 2000 Opel Tigra. 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Tigra | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Tigra | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
