2001 Citroen C vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 522 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
