2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Spectra (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Berlingo | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1094 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
