2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Berlingo | Prelude |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1319 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |