1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 14 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Legacy 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Legacy. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 1997 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1997 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1997 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xantia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
