2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 254 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1971 Land Rover Serie II (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Land Rover Serie II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Xsara | Serie II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
