1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2003 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (126 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 685 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Saxo | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
