1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 494 kg more than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Berlingo | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1564 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3110 mm |