2001 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 11 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. Both 2001 Citroen Berlingo and 2012 Hyundai i20 are equipped with a 1,396 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Berlingo | i20 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2525 mm |
