1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xantia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
