1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 396 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xsara | Traviq |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
