2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2002 Honda Civic
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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 296 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Berlingo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
