2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Because 1957 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 1957 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C5 | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
