2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 368 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C5 2013 Jaguar XJ
Make Citroen Jaguar
Model C5 XJ
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 380 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Top Speed 205 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 6.4 seconds
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1502 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5252 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2105 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1456 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3157 mm