2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (393 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C4 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
