2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,866 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 103 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
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, 2008 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Berlingo | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1866 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
