2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Berlingo | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |