1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 556 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Xantia | Mark IV |
Year Released | 1993 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3060 mm |