1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 577 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2006 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xsara | Outback |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
