2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Berlingo | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 162 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
