2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Berlingo | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |