2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 188 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Kia | Citroen |
Model | Sportage | Berlingo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 19.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |