2011 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 928 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. 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 (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C5 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C5 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3157 mm |
