1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1948 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 5 kg more than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster 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, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1948 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xantia | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
