2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2002 Saturn L
To start off, 2006 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn L (135 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn L weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 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, 2002 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2002 Saturn L | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | Berlingo | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94.6 mm |
| 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 | 1263 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
