2003 Kia Visto vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 466 kg more than 2003 Kia Visto. 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, 2010 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Visto | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Visto | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
