2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Berlingo and 2004 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Proton Saloon. 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 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Citroen | Proton |
Model | Berlingo | Saloon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |