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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
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 | 1150 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |