1997 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 694 kg more than 1997 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 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Berlingo. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Berlingo | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Berlingo | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
