1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 138 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Mercury | Citroen |
Model | Cougar | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |