2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 407 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C3 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |