2008 Citroen C-Crosser vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2008 Citroen C-Crosser and 2008 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Citroen C-Crosser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen C-Crosser (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C-Crosser 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Make Citroen Jeep
Model C-Crosser Wrangler
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 3777 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 196 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 16.6:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1825 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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