1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 14 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2001 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1999 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Berlingo | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
