2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 794 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep 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, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara. 2004 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Xsara | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |