2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1866 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
