1994 Citroen XM vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 372 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | XM | Impreza |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |