2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 179 kg more than 1998 Kia Capital.
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 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital. 1998 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1998 Kia Capital | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Berlingo | Capital |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |