1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xantia | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
