2004 Citroen Saxo 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 Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Saxo 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1173 kg more than 2004 Citroen Saxo. 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 Saxo. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Saxo | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Saxo | Liberty |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |