2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2002 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen C2 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Citroen Jeep
Model C2 Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 6400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 470 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 630 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 996 kg 2336 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1958 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1755 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2916 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 93 L


 

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