1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 14 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 397 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 2011 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia. 2011 Jeep Liberty 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. 2011 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Xantia | Liberty |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4473 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2695 mm |