2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Saturn SL
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saturn SL would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 211 kg more than 1999 Saturn SL.
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, 1999 Saturn SL (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | Berlingo | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
