1985 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 604 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 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 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | CX | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1020 mm |
