1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 468 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 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (201 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2013 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. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Xsara | Outback |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |