2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
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, 2006 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. 2006 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Berlingo | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
