2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 358 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Berlingo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
