1999 Citroen XM vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1999 Citroen XM is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen XM (115 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Citroen XM.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1999 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen XM | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | XM | 109 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |