2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton 400 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 15 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 514 kg more than 2003 Proton 400. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2003 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | Berlingo | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
