2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 388 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
