1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 532 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Saxo | XK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
