1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 291 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Xsara | Forester |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1099 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |