2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 358 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Xsara | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |