2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1998 Lada 111
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada 111 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 19 more horse power than 1998 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 459 kg more than 1998 Lada 111. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1998 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Berlingo | 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
