2001 Honda Life vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 473 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Life | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
