1988 Citroen BX vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 800 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Jaguar XJS 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 1993 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX, 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | BX | XJS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
