2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 539 kg more than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Berlingo | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
