1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 1986 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Citroen C 15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 605 kg more than 1997 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen C 15 | 1986 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C 15 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
