2001 Acura EL vs. 2004 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 99 kg more than 2001 Acura EL.
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, 2001 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 2004 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | EL | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
