2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 439 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 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C3 | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |