2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 289 kg more than 2005 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, 1992 Toyota Previa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
