2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 4 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Berlingo | Serena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
