2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 1 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Berlingo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
