1993 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 417 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Escort | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
