2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xantia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2645 mm |
