2003 Citroen C4 vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C4 and 2003 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C4 | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C4 | Outback |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |