2005 Citroen C vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2801 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
