2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Taurus weights approximately 224 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.
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, 2005 Ford Taurus (266 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | Taurus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 266 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |