2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 367 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.
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, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C3 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
