2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Berlingo | Element |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
