2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 57 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1990 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
