1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 9 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 80 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | F-350 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3610 mm |