2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 304 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Berlingo | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |