2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Ford Puma
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 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. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 494 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Ford Puma | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | Puma |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |