2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berlingo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
