2001 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 10 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, 2001 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 230 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Berlingo | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | Berlingo | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1867 mm |