2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Berlingo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
