1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 871 kg more than 1986 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C 15 | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C 15 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
