1991 Ford Scorpio vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 249 kg more than 1991 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Scorpio | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Scorpio | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
