2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Berlingo | Colt |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
