1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Ford Ikon (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
