1994 Citroen XM vs. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII

To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 504 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1957 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM, 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, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Citroen XM 1957 Jaguar MK VIII
Make Citroen Jaguar
Model XM MK VIII
Year Released 1994 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3442 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5550 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 283 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1784 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 77 L


 

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