1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 932 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Xsara | Liberty |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1099 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |