2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (114 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1960 Land Rover 88 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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Xsara | 88 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
