2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2005 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (87 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (305 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
