2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 489 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Land Rover | Citroen |
Model | Discovery | C5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |