1989 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 6 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), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 310 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 1995 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 1995 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | XM | XJS |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3650 RPM |
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 | 1420 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |