2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 27 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1204 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
