2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 249 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 2007 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5, 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C5 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
