1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 470 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Xantia | XK |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
