2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2001 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Because 2001 Jaguar XK 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 2001 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 2001 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C8 | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
