1991 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 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 55 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 206 kg more than 1991 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 1991 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen XM | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | XM | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
