1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 13 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 818 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 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 2011 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Xsara | XJ |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5248 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3157 mm |