2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 144 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
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, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Contour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
