2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 4 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C5 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
