2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 703 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Xsara | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1527 cc | 2774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1949 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |