2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C2 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 64 L |
