2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (172 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5.

Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler 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 Wrangler (319 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (200 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C5 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Make Citroen Jeep
Model C5 Wrangler
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 3979 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 172 HP
Torque 200 Nm 319 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 87 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 12.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1820 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 14.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 72 L


 

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