2003 Citroen C4 vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 544 kg more than 2003 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Citroen C4 2013 Jeep Wrangler
Make Citroen Jeep
Model C4 Wrangler
Year Released 2003 2013
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1558 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 281 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1874 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4161 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1839 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2423 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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