1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 456 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (224 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xsara | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
