2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 322 kg more than 1999 Nissan Primera.
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 (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Berlingo | Primera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |