1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 1952 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 1952 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Xantia | XK |
Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
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 |