1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 134 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Xantia | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |