1992 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 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 264 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 954 kg more than 1992 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 1992 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | BX | XJ |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| 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 | 930 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3032 mm |
