1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1999 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C 15 | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C 15 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1949 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 78 L |
