2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Kia Spectra5
To start off, 2008 Kia Spectra5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Spectra5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Spectra5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 Kia Spectra5.
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, 2008 Kia Spectra5 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Spectra5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Kia Spectra5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Berlingo | Spectra5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
