1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 11 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 526 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 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xantia | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
