2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar X-Type and 2005 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 284 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (266 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2005 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2005 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Citroen |
| Model | X-Type | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
