2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane.
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, 2001 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Berlingo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
