2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C5 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
