2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1459 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia. 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 2000 Citroen Xantia. 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 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xantia 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:
2000 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | Xantia | Discovery |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |