2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Xsara | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |
