2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 597 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (225 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C3 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
