2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1998 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 207 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar.
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, 1998 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1998 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | Telstar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |