1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3610 mm |
