1994 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 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), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | XM | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 232 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 | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
