2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 Citroen Berlingo are equipped with a 1,398 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 187 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. 2002 Citroen C3 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. 2002 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2002 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C3 | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |