2009 Citroen C6 vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Because 1999 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 1999 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C6 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
