2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (87 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 266 kg more than 1997 Rover 400.
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, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1997 Rover 400 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | Berlingo | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |