1992 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3

To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen XM would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM.

Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen XM. 2009 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1992 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1992 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Citroen XM 2009 Land Rover LR3
Make Citroen Land Rover
Model XM LR3
Year Released 1992 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 4394 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 115 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 193 km/hour 199 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors


 

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