1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 990 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Xantia | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
