2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 177 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand 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, 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 (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C5 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 C5 | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C5 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
