2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 2003 Jaguar XK 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 2003 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C5 | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
