2005 Citroen C vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C and 2005 Jaguar XKR were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 665 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar XKR 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 2005 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C, 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C. 2005 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | C | XKR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |