1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 242 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 2006 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xantia | Commander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
