2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 419 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 10.7 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 | 1504 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
