1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 10 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 188 kg more than 2003 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2003 Jensen SV-8 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 2003 Jensen SV-8. 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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Citroen | Jensen |
Model | Xantia | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |