2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C8 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
