1994 Citroen XM vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 519 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery 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 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | XM | Land Rover Discovery |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |