2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C2 and 2004 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2. 2004 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C2 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 64 L |
