1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1633 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Visa | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Visa | Commander |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |