2006 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 636 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Jimny 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 Citroen Berlingo (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Berlingo | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Berlingo | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1326 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |
