2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 46 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
