2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 638 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xsara | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 78 L |
