2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1950 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 136 kg more than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1950 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1950 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xsara | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
