1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 599 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Xantia | XF |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2909 mm |