2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8, 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 XJ (525 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C8 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |
