2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 536 kg more than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Berlingo | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |
