2011 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 204 kg more than 2002 Holden Vectra.
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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Vectra. 2002 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen Berlingo | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | Berlingo | Vectra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |