1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Jeep Commander

To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 9 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), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1465 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 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander 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 2007 Jeep Commander
Make Citroen Jeep
Model C 15 Commander
Year Released 1998 2007
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 330 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 509 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 2410 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 80 L


 

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