1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 15 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), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 399 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Xantia | Forester |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 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 | 1234 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |