1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 216 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 1998 Jaguar XK 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 1998 Jaguar XK. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Xantia | XK |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |