2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 121 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Berlingo | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |