2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 466 kg more than 2009 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C6 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 459 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2156 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |
