1989 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, both 1989 Citroen CX and 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 636 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1989 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 642 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen CX | 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | CX | XJR-11 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 801 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 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 | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1020 mm |