2001 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Berlingo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1389 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 924 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
