2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Jaguar XF were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C3 | XF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |
