2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 253 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.
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, 1999 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Berlingo | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
