1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam.
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 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | Bantam |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |