2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 63 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 2002 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |