2009 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 36 kg more than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Kia | Citroen |
Model | Rio | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |