1988 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 25 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (503 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 813 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 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | BX | XF |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2909 mm |
