2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 499 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Berlingo | Exige |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |