1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (121 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 749 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | Xantia | Defender |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 19.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |