1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Berlingo | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Berlingo | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
