2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 909 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Xsara | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 93 L |
