1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 8 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xsara | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
