2005 Citroen C vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (161 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2683 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
