1989 Citroen XM vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 252 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jaguar XJR 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 1994 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | XM | XJR |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 81 L |
