2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Berlingo and 2006 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 224 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, 2006 Opel Signum (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Berlingo | Signum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 5.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |