2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 511 kg more than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
