2005 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Berlingo. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Berlingo | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Berlingo | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
