2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1998 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2006 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 99 kg more than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1998 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 1998 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Berlingo | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
