1989 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 17 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | XM | Defender |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |