2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 693 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C4 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
