1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Suburban (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 736 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. 1986 GMC Suburban 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. 1986 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | GMC | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
