1999 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 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 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Rio | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
