1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1984 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. (115 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1984 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1984 Jeep 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, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1984 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xsara | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
