1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 226 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3510 mm |
