1992 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 35 kg more than 1992 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen XM | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | XM | Legacy |
Year Released | 1992 | 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 | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |