2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2004 Ford Focus
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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 109 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1999 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 11.8:1 |
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 | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |