1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Xantia | XK |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2752 mm |
