2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 381 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. 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, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Berlingo | Avella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
