2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 577 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. 2005 SsangYong Korando 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. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Berlingo | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
