2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,866 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1866 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
