2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1991 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 147 kg more than 1991 Mazda 626.
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, 1991 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 1991 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Berlingo | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
