2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Subaru Justy
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Subaru Justy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Justy. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Justy 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, 2008 Subaru Justy 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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Justy. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xsara | Justy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.7 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 | 1320 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
