1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 236 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xantia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
