2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (188 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 441 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 2004 GMC Safari 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 2004 GMC Safari. 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, 2004 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2004 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Berlingo | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
