2001 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 636 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Insight | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |