2005 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 29 kg more than 2005 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 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Focus | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
