2001 Tata E vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata E would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata E should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 134 kg more than 2001 Tata E.
Because 2001 Tata E 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 2001 Tata E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata E. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata E | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Tata | Citroen |
| Model | E | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
