2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Subaru G3X
To start off, 2005 Subaru G3X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru G3X (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru G3X should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Subaru G3X.
Because 2005 Subaru G3X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru G3X 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 Citroen C3 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru G3X. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru G3X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2005 Subaru G3X | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C3 | G3X |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |
