1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 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 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Berlingo | 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Berlingo | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |