2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Lumina and 2009 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP) has 254 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 286 kg more than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Lumina | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
