2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C5 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
