2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Silverado and 2012 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP) has 252 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1288 kg more than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
