1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Berlingo and 1999 Kia Rio were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Berlingo | Rio |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |