1999 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Jaguar XJS 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 1993 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Berlingo | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Berlingo | XJS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |