1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 414 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 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 2010 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xantia | Outback |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2741 mm |
