1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Xantia | Impreza |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |