2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1957 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 236 kg more than 1957 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Jeep CJ5 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, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1957 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Berlingo | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2060 mm |
