2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Berlingo | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |