2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xsara | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
