2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 768 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. 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 C4. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 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 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Citroen Jeep
Model C4 Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 2043 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L


 

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