2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8

To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 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 2002 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen C5 2002 Jaguar XK8
Make Citroen Jaguar
Model C5 XK8
Year Released 2001 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2177 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 198 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.5 seconds 6.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1558 kg 1685 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.4 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.9 L/100km 16.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L


 

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