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Peugeot Partner I (Phase I) Dangel 1.8 (90 Hp) 4x4
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Peugeot Partner:
The Citroën Berlingo and Peugeot Partner are a range of minivans produced since 1996 and marketed under the Citroën and Peugeot marque. They are sold as light commercial vehicles or as a passenger multi-purpose-vehicle variant with rear seats and windows. They were initially a product of the French PSA Group, which later became part of the multinational Stellantis conglomerate. The third generation has also been sold under the Opel and Vauxhall Motors marques as the Combo, by Toyota as the Proace City from 2019, and by Fiat as the Doblò from 2022....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (Phase I) Overview:
Peugeot Partner (I (Phase I)). With 147 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1341 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 149 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Dangel 1.8 (90 Hp) 4x4 Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a noticeable power bump over the standard diesel, combined with Dangel's proven 4x4 system for enhanced traction and capability in challenging conditions.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is likely lower than 2WD variants due to the added weight and drivetrain losses of the 4x4 system, but acceptable for its specialized purpose.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional cargo space and practicality for its class
- • Robust and reliable engine options, especially the diesel
- • Affordable to buy and maintain
- • Versatile for both commercial and family use
- • Dangel 4x4 variant offers unique off-road capability
Cons:
- • Basic interior design and materials
- • Modest performance across all engine options
- • Limited advanced safety features by modern standards
- • Ride comfort can be firm, especially when unladen
- • Noise levels can be high at highway speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (Phase I): 1997 - 2002).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | Partner |
| Generation: | I (Phase I) |
| Modification (Engine): | Dangel 1.8 (90 Hp) 4x4 |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 51.1 Hp/l [2mm less] |
| Torque: | 147 Nm @ 2600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | XU7JB More details about the engine XU7JB |
| Engine displacement: | 1761 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.4 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 149 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.9 kg/Hp, 67.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.1 kg/Nm, 109.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1341 |
| Max. weight: | 1780 |
| Max load: | 439 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 28° |
| Length: | 4108 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Width: | 1719 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Height: | 1915 mm mm [45mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2705 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Front track: | 1434 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1462 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 215 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.55 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 29° |
| Departure angle: | 43° |
| Climb angle: | 35° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels permanently, and the rear wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/70 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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