2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
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 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 96 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 666 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. 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 C5. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C5 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
