2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 96 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Berlingo | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1386 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
