1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (295 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 275 kg more than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Rally Raid | XJ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3170 mm |
