2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP) has 292 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | Xsara | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 104 L |