2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2002 Lada 119
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 119. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 119 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 119 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Lada 119. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 119. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 454 kg more than 2002 Lada 119. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 119. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 119.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2002 Lada 119 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Berlingo | 119 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
