1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia 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 (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 387 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 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xantia | Outback |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
