1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Jeep Commander

To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander 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 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 477 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 Commander 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 Commander 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 Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander 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 Commander
Make Citroen Jeep
Model Xsara Commander
Year Released 1998 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 4703 cc
Horse Power 165 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 193 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1677 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2790 mm


 

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