2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 867 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Xsara | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
