2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,866 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 192 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.
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 Vauxhall Astra (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Berlingo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1866 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
