1997 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 4 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 430 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 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 2001 Jaguar XJ220. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 902 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | XM | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 1077 Nm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 354 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
