2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | Xsara | 109 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |