2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 754 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C3 | XF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
