2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara 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 221 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1624 kg more than 2003 Citroen Xsara. 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 2003 Citroen Xsara. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen Xsara 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:
2003 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | Xsara | Discovery |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 86 L |