1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 10 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Xantia | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |