1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 620 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 2006 Jaguar XK 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 2006 Jaguar XK. 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Xsara | XK |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |