1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 381 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 Tribeca 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 Tribeca 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 Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xantia | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
