2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 397 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 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Xsara | Legacy |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |