2011 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 283 kg more than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | Citroen | Acura |
Model | Berlingo | TL |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |