1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 20 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1134 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 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 (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Xantia | XJ |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3157 mm |