1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 521 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Citroen Xantia 2005 Jeep Cherokee
Make Citroen Jeep
Model Xantia Cherokee
Year Released 1995 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1905 cc 2776 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 147 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 1800 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1343 kg 1864 kg
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2660 mm


 

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