1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 22 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Xantia | Forester |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |