2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1995 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 152 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1995 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C3 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
