1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback 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.

Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (199 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 2013 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Citroen Xsara 2013 Subaru Outback
Make Citroen Subaru
Model Xsara Outback
Year Released 1999 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 89 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 199 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 94 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1556 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2740 mm


 

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