2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 314 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xsara | Compass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1080 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
