2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty

To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 421 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C4 2006 Jeep Liberty
Make Citroen Jeep
Model C4 Liberty
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 3687 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1256 kg 1677 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 78 L