1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 815 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | Xantia | Discovery |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |