2010 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 414 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 1998 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Citroen Berlingo | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Berlingo | Corolla |
Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |