Brown vs XV-88

How close are they?

ΔE 11.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. XV-88 is a little lighter, more muted than Brown.

Can I use XV-88 instead of Brown?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). XV-88 is a little lighter, more muted than Brown.

Can I use Brown instead of XV-88?

The same difference applies the other way round: Brown is a little darker, more saturated.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.