2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (122 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 102 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
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, 2010 Kia Soul (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Berlingo | Soul |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |