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 108 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 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 | 1398 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |