2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 536 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Berlingo | Life |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
