2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ikon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ikon would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Ikon | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
