1992 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 407 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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, 1992 Ford Escort (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Escort | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |