2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. 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, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Berlingo | 2002 Ford Ka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | Ka |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |