1990 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 895 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | BX | XJ |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3032 mm |