1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 10 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Escape |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
