2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C5 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
