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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 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 304 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 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 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |