1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 154 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (278 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Citroen |
| Model | Eclipse | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
