1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, 1997 Citroen Berlingo (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 1999 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Berlingo | Life |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |