2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 646 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C3 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
