1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 18 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 552 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 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xantia | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2745 mm |
