1989 Citroen XM vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 196 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | XM | Impreza |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |