2007 Acura TL vs. 2000 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2000 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | TL | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
