2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 905 kg more than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (343 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Berlingo | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
