2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C5 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Citroen Jeep
Model C5 Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 3960 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 98.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 8.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1836 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 78 L


 

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