2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander 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 Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Commander | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Jeep | Citroen |
| Model | Commander | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1560 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
