2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 654 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Spark | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Spark | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |