1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 490 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Berlingo | Life |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 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 |