1998 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 353 kg more than 1998 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen XM | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | XM | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |