2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 625 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, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Berlingo | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
