1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 194 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Sportage | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
