2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1996 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 544 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1996 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Berlingo | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
