1995 Citroen C vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 992 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jaguar XJR 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 1998 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen C, 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C | XJR |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 87 L |
