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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (267 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Xsara | X-Type |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |