2010 Jaguar XF vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 701 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jaguar XF 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 2010 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3, 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3. 2010 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jaguar XF | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Citroen |
| Model | XF | C3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4961 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2908 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
