1998 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen XM | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | XM | X-Type |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |