2005 Acura EL vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | EL | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
