2006 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 122 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio.
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 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Kia | Citroen |
Model | Rio | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 19.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |