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


 

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