2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Outback (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Outback weights approximately 469 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Outback (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2000 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Xsara | Outback |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1141 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |