2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 565 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2006 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C3 2006 Jeep Cherokee
Make Citroen Jeep
Model C3 Cherokee
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 2429 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 144 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 187 km/hour 167 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 13.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1252 kg 1817 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 11.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L


 

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