2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 229 kg more than 2010 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Vectra | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 19.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
