1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 751 kg more than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Berlingo | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
