2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
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 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Berlingo | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| 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 | 1275 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
