2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Subaru HM-01
To start off, 2001 Subaru HM-01 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (45 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru HM-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru HM-01 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (57 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru HM-01. 2001 Subaru HM-01 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. 2001 Subaru HM-01 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Subaru HM-01 | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xsara | HM-01 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
