2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 126 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Berlingo | Caldina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |