2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Berlingo | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |