1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2010 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford S-Max is newer by 11 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. Both 1999 Citroen Berlingo and 2010 Ford S-Max are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford S-Max weights approximately 463 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, 2010 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2010 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | S-Max |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
