2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 472 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Berlingo | 206 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
