2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 274 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 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Subaru Legacy 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. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Xsara | Legacy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1166 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |