2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2000 Nissan Laurel

To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Laurel (154 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 64 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 2000 Nissan Laurel 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 2000 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2000 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. 2000 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen Berlingo 2000 Nissan Laurel
Make Citroen Nissan
Model Berlingo Laurel
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type Panel Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2730 mm


 

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