2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 413 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 2012 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 2012 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C5 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |
