2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 162 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture. 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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Berlingo | Venture |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
