1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, both 1998 Citroen Xsara and 1998 Jensen SV-8 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jensen SV-8 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 1998 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Citroen | Jensen |
Model | Xsara | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 321 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |