1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 10 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 448 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 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander 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 | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C 15 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
