2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Citroen C3

To start off, both 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2012 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 223 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 905 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2012 Citroen C3
Make Jeep Citroen
Model Grand Cherokee C3
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 352 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 5-speed shiftable automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2028 kg 1123 kg
Vehicle Length 4821 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 1943 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2916 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 45 L


 

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