1998 Citroen ZX vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 1998 Citroen ZX and 1998 Jaguar XKR were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP) has 296 more horse power than 1998 Citroen ZX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 702 kg more than 1998 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jaguar XKR 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 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen ZX, 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 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen ZX. 1998 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen ZX has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen ZX | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | ZX | XKR |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 370 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |