2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C5 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
