1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1955 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar XK. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 28 kg more than 1955 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1955 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Rally Raid | XK |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
