2003 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C4.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C4 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
