2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 713 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 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 (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Xsara | XJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |
