2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1910 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (510 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xsara | Commander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
