2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 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 299 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Berlingo | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
