2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Honda Element
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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 91 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element 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 Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Berlingo | Element |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1354 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 | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
