1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 48 kg more than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Berlingo | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | Focus |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |