2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 24 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
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, 2010 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. 2010 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Berlingo | Soul |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |