2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 408 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Citroen Xsara 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Citroen Jeep
Model Xsara Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2006 1999
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 3955 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3050 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 98.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86.6 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 183 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1392 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.9 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 87 L