2000 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 24 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
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 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Contour | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |