2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 941 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 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C5 | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
