2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Mondeo | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
