2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 564 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.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Berlingo | Musso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
