2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C5 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
