2005 Kia Picanto vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Picanto | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
