2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C1 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
