2003 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
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 Renault Megane (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Megane | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
