1984 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (154 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 43 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | CX | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
