2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 478 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 994 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |