2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2010 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 2010 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | C5 | XJ |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |