1997 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1999 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 291 kg more than 1999 Jensen SV-8.
Because 1999 Jensen SV-8 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 1999 Jensen SV-8. 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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 1999 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Citroen | Jensen |
Model | XM | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |