2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 279 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2008 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Xsara | X-Type |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 193 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |