1999 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C3 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
