2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. At 1,993 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Lancia K is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 32 kg more than 1997 Lancia K.
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, 1997 Lancia K (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Berlingo | K |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
