2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Xsara | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |