2002 Opel Agila vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Opel Agila. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 248 kg more than 2002 Opel Agila. 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Agila. (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Agila | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Agila | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
