1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 736 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 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Xsara | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2423 mm |