1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 10 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 763 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.
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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Berlingo | Compass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
