2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (166 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C2 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
