1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 988 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XKR 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 2008 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, 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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2008 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Visa | XKR |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 71 L |