2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Berlingo and 2006 Pontiac Vibe were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 5 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.
Because 2006 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe will offer significantly more control. 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 Pontiac Vibe (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Berlingo | Vibe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |