2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xsara | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
