2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 958 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 2008 Jeep Grand 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, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C3 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Citroen Jeep
Model C3 Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 2986 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.7 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 158 km/hour 200 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 16.1 seconds 9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1211 kg 2169 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.5 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 78 L


 

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