2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
