1994 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (180 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | XM | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |
