1989 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 380 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. 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 1989 Citroen XM. 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 (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | XM | XJ |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3157 mm |
