2002 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 54 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Niva | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Lada | Citroen |
| Model | Niva | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
