2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 103 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.
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 Xsara (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xsara | Compass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
