2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2004 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 2004 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Citroen C6 (441 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C6 | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C6 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
