2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy. 2004 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
