2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C8. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C8 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3032 mm |
