1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 1750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2007 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Xantia | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
