1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1549 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Ami | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 78 L |