2003 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, 2004 MG ZS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 MG ZS.
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, 2004 MG ZS (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 MG ZS | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | Berlingo | ZS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
