1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 960 kg more than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Berlingo | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |