2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 243 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2008 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Berlingo | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
