2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 454 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3, 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (143 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2004 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | C3 | XJ |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |