2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo

To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.

Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda CR-V 2012 Citroen Berlingo
Make Honda Citroen
Model CR-V Berlingo
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type SUV Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.2:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1075 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 55 L


 

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