2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 348 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C3 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
