2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR

To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (392 HP) has 284 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 508 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 XKR 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 XKR. 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4. 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C4 2007 Jaguar XKR
Make Citroen Jaguar
Model C4 XKR
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 392 HP
Torque 147 Nm 541 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 194 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 5.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1337 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 75 L


 

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