2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 6 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 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, 2002 Citroen Berlingo (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Berlingo | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 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 | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
