1997 Ford Puma vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 203 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma.
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, 1997 Ford Puma (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Puma | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
