1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | Xantia | LR3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |