2011 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 356 kg more than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen Berlingo | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Berlingo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
