1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1991 Citroen C 15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C 15. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 575 kg more than 1991 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jeep 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, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C 15 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
