2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 329 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | Xsara | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1166 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
