2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Berlingo and 2008 Pontiac Torrent were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (264 HP) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Torrent weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Pontiac Torrent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent 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, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. 2008 Pontiac Torrent has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac Torrent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Berlingo | Torrent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 264 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
