2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1996 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 186 kg more than 1996 Kia Sephia.
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, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Berlingo | 1996 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Berlingo | Sephia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |