2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 GMC Sonoma
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Berlingo and 2004 GMC Sonoma were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 195 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 2004 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sonoma 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, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Berlingo | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
