2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 535 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C4 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |