2008 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 528 kg more than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. 2008 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Pilot | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |