2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 206 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Mondeo | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
