1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 101 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Berlingo | RIO |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |