2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 367 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 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C3 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |