2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 778 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C4 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
