2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Citroen C 15 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C 15 | R2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |
