1989 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 24 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 54 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 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback. 2013 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Citroen XM | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | XM | Outback |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |