Citroen C5 2010 vs Jaguar XF 2012
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 1.6 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 112 HP | 240 HP | |
| Torque: | 240 NM | 340 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.8 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Citroen C5 engine produces 128 HP less power than Jaguar XF, whereas torque is 100 NM less than Jaguar XF. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.0 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 litres | 70 litres | |
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Citroen C5) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Jaguar XF) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Peugeot 308, Citroen C3, Peugeot 207, Citroen C4 | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Land Rover Freelander, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Jaguar XJ | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Citroen C5 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Citroen C5 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Citroen C5 2010 1.6 engine: This diesel engine is known for its high reliability and impressive lifespan, combined with excellent fuel efficiency for its power output. It features hydraulic lifters in the cylinder head and uses a Common ... More about Citroen C5 2010 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.78 m | 4.96 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.88 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.46 m | |
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Citroen C5 is smaller. Citroen C5 is 18 cm shorter than the Jaguar XF, 2 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 439 litres | 540 litres | |
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Jaguar XF has more luggage space. Citroen C5 has 101 litres less trunk space than the Jaguar XF. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Citroen C5 is 0.3 metres more than that of the Jaguar XF. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`041 | 2`315 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 5000 | 9200 | |
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