2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 290 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 2008 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Berlingo | Actyon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |