1994 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 218 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Suzuki Vitara | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Suzuki | Citroen |
Model | Vitara | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |