2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Saxo 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 (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1565 kg more than 2005 Citroen Saxo. 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 2005 Citroen Saxo. 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 (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Saxo | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3157 mm |
