2005 Acura TL vs. 2000 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 505 kg more than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2000 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | TL | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3209 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |