2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (115 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 735 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C5 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Citroen Jeep
Model C5 Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5650 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 90.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1296 kg 2031 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 80 L


 

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