2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Berlingo | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |