2007 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 2007 Citroen Berlingo and 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 331 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Citroen Berlingo (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Berlingo | 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Berlingo | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
