2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 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. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 434 kg more than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
