1997 Citroen XM vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 485 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM, 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | XM | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 77 L |
