1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 110 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 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xantia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
