2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Berlingo and 2006 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 379 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 Ranger 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 2006 Ford Ranger. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | Ranger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |