2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 2008 Jaguar XK8
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Picasso and 2008 Jaguar XK8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Because 2008 Jaguar XK8 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 2008 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso, 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, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Picasso | 2008 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Picasso | XK8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 196 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |