2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 292 kg more than 2002 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 C-MAX (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | C-MAX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |