2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (194 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Berlingo | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
