2003 Citroen C vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 548 kg more than 2003 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |