2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (87 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 196 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus.
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 Citroen Berlingo (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
