2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Berlingo and 2006 Ford Five Hundred were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1640 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 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 3001 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
