1996 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 849 kg more than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Berlingo | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
