1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 12 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 835 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 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. 2008 Honda CR-V 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. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Berlingo | CR-V |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |