2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty 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, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2009 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C5 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
