2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 166 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Berlingo | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |