1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 255 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xantia | CJ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2060 mm |
