2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ 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 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 260 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 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 2002 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJ | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Jaguar | Citroen |
Model | XJ | C5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |