2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 35 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. 2003 Renault Kangoo has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Kangoo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Berlingo | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
