2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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, 2007 Kia Rio (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2007 Kia Rio 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. 2007 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Berlingo | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |