2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner

To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 855 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.

Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen Berlingo 2009 Mercury Mariner
Make Citroen Mercury
Model Berlingo Mariner
Year Released 2002 2009
Body Type Panel Van SUV
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 240 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6550 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2630 mm


 

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