1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xantia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 278 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jaguar XJS 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 1994 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Xantia | XJS |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |