1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,125 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 680 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xantia | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 384 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
