2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn ION would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 17 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION.
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, 2004 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 Saturn ION | |
Make | Citroen | Saturn |
Model | Berlingo | ION |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |