1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Because 1948 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 1948 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Xantia | XK |
Year Released | 1995 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |