1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 732 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C 15 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 78 L |
