2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 203 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4, 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C4 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
