2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Saturn ION is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn ION (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saturn ION weights approximately 3 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, 2007 Saturn ION (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | Berlingo | ION |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1326 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
