2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Kalos and 2009 Citroen Berlingo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 193 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Kalos | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |