2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (102 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 204 kg more than 1997 Rover 200.
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, 1997 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Berlingo | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
