2002 Acura EL vs. 1999 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2002 Acura EL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 1999 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | EL | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
