1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 324 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 Legacy 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 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xantia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
