2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1998 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 124 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.
Because 1998 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 1998 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1998 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. 1998 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 1998 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Berlingo | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
