1989 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 154 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | XM | Impreza |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.9 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 241 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 | 1280 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |