2001 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Berlingo | 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Berlingo | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
