2006 Ford Ikon vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 262 kg more than 2006 Ford Ikon.
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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ikon | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Ikon | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |