2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V

To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 11 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 843 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 2013 Cadillac CTS-V 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 2013 Cadillac CTS-V. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen Berlingo 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
Make Citroen Cadillac
Model Berlingo CTS-V
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Panel Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 548 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 747 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 103 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1913 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4788 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1884 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1422 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2880 mm