1996 Ford Contour vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 21 kg more than 1996 Ford Contour.
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 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Contour | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Contour | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
