2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 390 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.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berlingo | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
