2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 715 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | C5 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |
