2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 369 kg more than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Berlingo | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
