1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 980 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Saxo | XJ |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 464 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |