2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 and 2005 Jaguar XJ6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar XJ6 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 XJ6. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C5 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2965 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |
