2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
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 Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (87 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 96 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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, 1997 Honda Prelude (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. 1997 Honda Prelude has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Prelude will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Berlingo | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
