2005 Ariel Atom vs. 2005 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2005 Ariel Atom and 2005 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ariel Atom (109 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 803 kg more than 2005 Ariel Atom.
Because 2005 Ariel Atom 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 2005 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 2005 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ariel | Citroen |
| Model | Atom | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
