2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Citroen C4

To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Subaru Legacy 2011 Citroen C4
Make Subaru Citroen
Model Legacy C4
Year Released 2003 2011
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1992 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1614 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 60 L