1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 356 kg more than 1994 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Xantia | Legacy |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |