1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 918 kg more than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Berlingo | Element |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
