2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 647 kg more than 2002 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C8 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3157 mm |
