2008 Acura RDX vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura RDX would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
Because 2008 Acura RDX 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, 2008 Acura RDX 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. 2008 Acura RDX 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. 2008 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RDX | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
