2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 99 kg more than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Carina (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Berlingo | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Berlingo | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |