2012 Lincoln MKS vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2012 Lincoln MKS and 2012 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 620 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. 2012 Lincoln MKS has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lincoln MKS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lincoln MKS | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Citroen |
| Model | MKS | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5184 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1565 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
