1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1698 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | Xsara | Discovery |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |