2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1973 kg more than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 3240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3490 mm |
