2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 555 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Jeep | Citroen |
Model | Grand Cherokee | C5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1943 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |