1989 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 106 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 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | XM | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |