2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.

Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Subaru Legacy 2010 Volkswagen Citi
Make Subaru Volkswagen
Model Legacy Citi
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2410 mm


 

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