2006 Citroen C6 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C6 and 2006 Jaguar XK8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C6. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C6 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2006 Jaguar XK8 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 2006 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C6, 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 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C6 | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | C6 | XK8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |