2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 476 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Xsara | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | Xsara | 109 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2285 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 |
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 | 1224 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |