2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 793 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.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Berlingo | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
