2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2002 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 314 kg more than 2006 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, 2002 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen Berlingo 2002 Honda Accord
Make Citroen Honda
Model Berlingo Accord
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Panel Van Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1359 cc 3001 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 74 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 264 Nm
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1252 kg 1566 kg
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L