1989 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 12 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2001 Jensen SV-8 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 2001 Jensen SV-8. 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, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | XM | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
