2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 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), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 239 kg more than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. (121 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. 2012 Kia Sportage 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. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Berlingo | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 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 | 260 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
