2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR

To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Jaguar XJR 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 2002 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso, 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen Picasso 2002 Jaguar XJR
Make Citroen Jaguar
Model Picasso XJR
Year Released 2005 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 525 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 85 L