2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2008 Kia Opirus
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Berlingo and 2008 Kia Opirus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Opirus (200 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Opirus weights approximately 634 kg more than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. 2008 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2008 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Berlingo | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
