2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1335 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C1 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |