2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2001 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Trajet (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2001 Hyundai Trajet (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2001 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen Berlingo 2001 Hyundai Trajet
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model Berlingo Trajet
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Panel Van Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 151 km/hour 165 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 45 L