2001 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (121 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5. 2001 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Citroen |
| Model | Cherokee | C5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
