1994 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 207 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | XM | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
