2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 379 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C5 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
