2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 732 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Liberty | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Jeep | Citroen |
Model | Liberty | Xsara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 147 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 47 L |