2008 Saturn Sky vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo

To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saturn Sky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saturn Sky would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 253 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Saturn Sky is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Saturn Sky. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Saturn Sky 2010 Citroen Berlingo
Make Saturn Citroen
Model Sky Berlingo
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Convertible Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2399 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 18.6:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 1482 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 60 L


 

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