1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 613 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xsara | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
