2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 756 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar XK8 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 2006 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C3 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
