2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Lumina and 2007 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (235 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 247 kg more than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Lumina | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
