2003 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
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, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Berlingo | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 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 | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
