2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 4 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 194 kg more than 2002 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C8 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
