2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 164 kg more than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Berlingo | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
