1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 924 kg more than 1996 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen C 15 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C 15 | XF |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2909 mm |
