1995 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen XM would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen XM.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen XM. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen XM | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | XM | LR2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |