2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2003 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (390 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (443 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C8 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 18.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
