1999 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen XM would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 590 kg more than 1999 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen XM | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | XM | XJ |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3157 mm |