2012 Jaguar XF vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2012 Jaguar XF and 2012 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 318 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4, 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Jaguar XF | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Citroen |
Model | XF | C4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 624 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4961 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2908 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |