1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1948 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,431 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1948 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster 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, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1948 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xsara | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
