2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 263 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C4 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Citroen Jeep
Model C4 Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 235 HP
Torque 147 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.3:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 1818 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 78 L