1996 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen XM would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | XM | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 208 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 Weight | 1280 kg | 2510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |