2009 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 18 kg more than 2012 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Accord | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 19.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |