2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 239 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Berlingo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
