2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 7 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 444 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2009 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 2009 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8, 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C8 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3701 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 | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
