2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Berlingo and 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (185 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 516 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.
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, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | Berlingo | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |