2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 3 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Berlingo | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
