2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Berlingo and 2005 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,174 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (87 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 224 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 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Opel Signum | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Berlingo | Signum |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |