2001 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 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, 1995 Ford Escort (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Berlingo | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
