2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 928 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3, 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 Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C3 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Citroen Jeep
Model C3 Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1978 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 80 L