1994 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 4 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | XM | Forester |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
