2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 423 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C3 | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
