2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Berlingo | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |