2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C2 and 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C2 | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | C2 | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 78 L |