2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Xsara | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |