2012 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn LW (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW.
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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW. 2005 Saturn LW 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. 2005 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Saturn LW | |
Make | Citroen | Saturn |
Model | Berlingo | LW |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |