1999 Citroen Xsara 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 Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 738 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 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 Xsara. 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 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xsara | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 144 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
