2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Berlingo and 2005 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 396 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Berlingo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
