1989 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 94 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1989 Citroen XM (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | XM | Freelander |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |