1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 16 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 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 237 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Xantia | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
