2008 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Vibe (126 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2008 Pontiac Vibe (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Vibe | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
| Model | Vibe | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
