2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,866 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Berlingo (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 368 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Berlingo | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Berlingo | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1866 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |