1999 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 508 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Vitara | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Citroen |
| Model | Vitara | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
