1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 560 kg more than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | Berlingo | Canyon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3210 mm |