2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac G6 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Pontiac G6.
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, 2006 Pontiac G6 (319 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2006 Pontiac G6 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. 2006 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Berlingo | G6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
