1999 Ford Tracer vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (68 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 301 kg more than 1999 Ford Tracer. 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Tracer | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Tracer | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
