2004 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand 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, 2004 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Berlingo | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Berlingo | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
