2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 442 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C5 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
