2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (241 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 485 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 2003 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, 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 (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C3 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C3 Legacy
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 88 HP 241 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 89.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.7:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 995 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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