1995 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 101 kg more than 1995 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen XM | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | XM | Impreza |
| 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 | 115 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
