1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 62 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xantia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
