2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 9 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 150 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 2010 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Xsara | Commander |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |